Ryan squashes English rival in Doha

Ireland's Derek Ryan beat Alex Stait of England 15-7 15-9 15-13 to win the third event of the Qatar Squash Circuit in Doha today…

Ireland's Derek Ryan beat Alex Stait of England 15-7 15-9 15-13 to win the third event of the Qatar Squash Circuit in Doha today.

The 33-year-old Dubliner somehow mustered the energy for victory following his grueling 12-15 15-12 15-12 13-15 15-11 semi-final win over Joey Barrington.

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